2nd on cinnamon toothpicks!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 1:01 PM on July 11, 2008

Could it be Peyronie's Disease?
"The disease may cause pain, hardened, cord-like lesions (scar tissue known as "plaques"), or abnormal curvature of the penis when erect. In addition, narrowing and or shortening of the penis may occur. Pain felt in the early stages of the disease often resolves in twelve to eighteen months. Erectile dysfunction, in varying degrees, often accompanies these symptoms in the later stages of the disease process. The condition may also make... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 8:11 AM on July 9, 2008

Thanks folks. This really helps a lot!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:28 PM on July 5, 2008

This is one of my very favorite books:
The Professor and the Madman: A Tale of Murder, Insanity, and the Making of the Oxford English Dictionary
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 9:19 PM on June 29, 2008

Yeah, sorry man. Don't try and convince her, that will surely backfire anyway. Sounds like it's over. Good luck.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 11:43 AM on June 28, 2008

I can't believe I missed this thread until now!
Seconding the following:
A Canticle for Leibowitz (so so good)
The Road (has some really great moments, if you're a parent it'll really get to you, a bit pretentious)
The Stand (fun and silly)
Earth Abides (the first of this "genre" I ever read, so it remains one of my faves)
World War Z (good book, but not quite apocalyptic IMHO)
I've read a bunch of... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 6:04 PM on June 27, 2008

Here's a link that looks like it may describe what you're interested in
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 6:16 PM on June 22, 2008

Be flattered. It's nice to have a little ego boost every once in a while.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 8:05 PM on June 20, 2008

Lots of terrific advice. Personal trainers are expensive, but how about exploring buddy sessions, one or two friends sharing the cost. Lots of trainers will do this.

Congratulations on sticking with your program and losing so much fat.
Don't lose hope--you are so close to your goal, and the answer is simple:
Weight training.

If you can only afford a few sessions with a trainer, make sure you find someone who can teach you... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 9:11 AM on June 12, 2008

Have you tried bringing this up with your many women friends? They might have a pretty good idea...
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:41 AM on June 12, 2008

Thanks folks, this was very helpful!
I think we'll save the $150.00.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 9:00 PM on June 4, 2008

Personally, I'd worry any time I cut a hole in my roof. Perhaps I'm over-reacting, but I'd call the roofer.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:16 AM on May 14, 2008

By template I mean a rough starting point to build upon. A shell that I can add my own "look and feel" to. Why is using "Flash functionality..." a "bad bad" idea, nike.com and adidas.com both use Flash extensively.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 2:50 PM on May 5, 2008

Geeze, well okay then.

Nike.com and Adidas.com were not built from "free/cheap pre-built flash website templates".
- I didn't mean to imply that nike or adidas didn't spend $$ on their sites, I was merely using them as an example of sites that use flash to display content.

The adidas.com site isn't as bad, but still a bit problematic if you're using anything but a standard desktop or laptop... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 8:09 PM on May 5, 2008

Wow, I just want to volunteer for the workshop! That sounds like super duper fun!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 5:08 PM on May 1, 2008

Here's an article my wife wrote about push-ups and women.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 10:08 AM on April 27, 2008

Penultimate and antepenultimate.
My 6 yr old daughter uses them as well.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 2:29 PM on April 22, 2008

Other than the safety class, parking lot riding is a good place to start. I also recommend the book "Proficient Motorcycling" by David L. Hough.

Good luck, and be safe.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 9:04 AM on April 15, 2008

Eat sensibly (fruits and vegetables, lean meat) and exercise.
All the rest (supplements, "diets", vitamins, getting all nit-picky) is just gravy (pun intended) if you're just starting out. Don't stress about the details, just eat good stuff and exercise a lot. It's not magic.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 9:48 AM on April 3, 2008

Oh, and good luck!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 9:49 AM on April 3, 2008

Fresh Basil
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 3:17 PM on April 1, 2008

How's your pulse when this happens? It sounds like something that happens to me when my "heart skips a beat." I feel quite funny, then my heart seems to beat in my throat in an uneven manner. Seems to disappear when I cut back on the caffeine. Google "arrhythmia symptoms".
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 8:48 PM on March 27, 2008

I second the seam ripper suggestion...
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 12:14 PM on March 13, 2008

I do Brazilian Jiu Jistu, have done a bunch of kick boxing and judo. They are all great for staying/getting in shape, and they all have certain aspects that would help as self-defense. Jiu-Jitsu is basically 100% wrestling with submissions (chokes and joint locks), Kick boxing is kicking and punching. I know nothing about Aiki Jitsu. I know you said that you didn't have the time, but I really suggest that you try one or two classes of each and see what you like. I never thought I'd like... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:43 AM on March 6, 2008

What kind of Jiujitsu is it?, yes, good question!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:44 AM on March 6, 2008

Balls on face? Well, at our gym we wear pants ;)
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 8:07 AM on March 6, 2008

Hang out with old people, they have great stories and need the company.

Volunteer somewhere.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:10 PM on March 5, 2008

I'm with Richat, gotta have the tools, and if you do then I'd say it would be pretty straight forward.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:08 PM on March 5, 2008

* Giant slingshot
* Huge rubber band for a rubber band powered airplane
* Some sort of crazy musical instrument
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 8:54 PM on March 4, 2008

Great suggestions. I second the idea that finding a fun, athletic activity is a great way to find the motivation for getting and staying in shape.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:45 AM on March 3, 2008

I'll second Bill Heinzman, Night of the Living Dead, he the most lasting impact on me.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 6:55 AM on March 3, 2008

ack, ...had the most lasting imact...
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 6:56 AM on March 3, 2008

Yes, naked women, sharks and zombies, all in one scene! AWESOME!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:37 AM on March 3, 2008

Yup, it's just fine:
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/navigation/guitar-wall-hangers?N=100001+330040&src=3WWRWXGG&ZYXSEM=0
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 8:54 PM on March 2, 2008

Is there a big difference in pollution between burning paper with printing on it and "clean" paper?
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 1:27 PM on February 24, 2008

...have the heat on when they are out of the house during the day, and often don't turn the "heat" up as high as those who can flick a switch to get more heat.

yohko - I see you've met my family!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 7:32 AM on February 25, 2008

When I was hip and cool and young and on the road with a band, I liked having my own pillow, the ones at Motel 6 are nasty.
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 6:26 PM on February 24, 2008

I've found that an apple or banana about 30 min before my workout keeps my energy up nicely. After workout, it's all about the protein. Low fat, high protein, lots of sleep and exercise, you can't go wrong!
posted to Ask Metafilter by Echidna882003 at 5:11 PM on February 14, 2008